Bids for the bankruptcy auction, centering on fee-owned properties in six states, must be made by January 25.

The stores range from 45,000 to 165,000 square feet in size, with locations in Iowa, Pennsylvania, Michigan, Minnesota, Indiana and Illinois. The stores operated under the Bergner’s, Herberger’s, Carson’s, Younkers, Elder-Beerman and Bon-Ton banners.

The auction begins on 10 a.m. on January 28 at the New York offices of sellers’ counsel Jones Day in New York.

HomeWorld Highlights

This is the fifth installment of a special series, presented by the National Hardware Show, exploring key trends and developments driving the growth of housewares and home goods in the home improvement retail business.

Home grillers in recent years have expanded their menu beyond hamburgers, hot dogs and steak and are now comfortable grilling a variety of foods from fruits and vegetables to pizza.

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Executive Editor Greg Sleter highlights the May 13 issue of HomeWorld Business, which includes the annual Home Beverage Report and a look at the test that puts Kohl's and Aldi under one roof. Play video